Fresh Air
Fresh Air Camps | Hudson Valley, NY | June 5 to August 16, 2025
Role Overview
Fresh Air Camps is seeking experienced leaders to serve as Program Directors at our six summer camps in the Hudson Valley, NY. Program Directors manage day-to-day operations of specific camper programs, supervise a staff of 10–15, and organize activities. Reporting to the Camp Director, this position offers leadership opportunities to support the success of the camp program. This position requires living onsite at camp from June 5 to August 16, 2025; semi-private adult housing provided. Compensation for this role is $3,300 to $3,800 for the summer. Fresh Air Camps has multiple Program Director positions to support the variety of programs offered. Directors are expected to attend up to 20 hours of pre-camp training sessions (virtual or in-person). Role Variants
Teen Program Director
— Lead the Teen Leadership Program (ages 13–17) at Camp ABC, Camp Tommy, or Camp Junior. Oversees the Teen Leadership Program, schedules and coordinates all program events, and ensures curriculum delivery in collaboration with the Program Director. Director of Specialists
— Lead the program experience by managing specialists and camp schedules; supervise staff, coordinate schedules, and assist with administrative operations. Ensure high-quality experiential education throughout encampment. CIT Director
— Mentor the next generation of camp leaders by guiding 6–12 Counselors-in-Training; plan and deliver the summer CIT schedule, facilitate daily training, supervise camper development, communicate with parents, oversee evaluations, and liaise with the Summer Director and leadership team. Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old by the start of camp (June 27). 3+ years of college or equivalent preferred; college graduates strongly preferred. Experience as a counselor or staff member in a residential camp setting. Commitment to live onsite at camp for the entire summer season (June 5 to August 16, 2025). Prior supervisory experience required. All meals and semi-private adult housing provided during camp. Compensation for this role is $3,300 to $3,800 for the summer. How to Apply
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews are held virtually by our Camp Directors. Discover Fresh Air Camps
Since 1877, Fresh Air Fund Camps have opened new doors for over 1.8 million children, offering transformative summer programs and year-round leadership opportunities. Our six residential camps are located in the Hudson Valley, offering a natural setting for exploration and growth. Each camp provides unique programming tailored to different age groups and interests, from outdoor adventure to arts and sciences, creating an enriching environment for both campers and staff. Learn more about Fresh Air Camps at the following link: freshair.org/learn-about-our-camps/ Diversity & Inclusion Statement
The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and fostering a diverse staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply. Will you be 18 years or older by June 27, 2025? Note that all staff must be at least 18 by the time camp begins. If you are 16 or 17, please visit our website for information about programs for 16 and 17-year-olds. Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States? If hired, a Form I-9 must be completed at the start of employment. Do you require sponsorship to work in the United States? (now or in the future) Are you able to commit to living and working at camp for the full summer, from the first week of June to August 16? What excites you most about working at camp? To give us a snapshot of your background, describe your residential camp experience in a couple of sentences, highlighting any leadership roles or times you took on leadership responsibilities. Which Program Director roles are you interested in? Teen Program Director — Teen Leadership Program (ages 13–17) focused on personal development and future goals. Director of Specialists — Day-to-day programming, supervising specialist staff, coordinating schedules, and assisting with operations. CIT Director — Leads a group of 6–12 Counselors-in-Training, providing mentorship as they prepare for future roles on camp staff. Which Fresh Air Camp do you want to work at? Explore the six camps at freshair.org/learn-about-our-camps/ Have you been previously employed by The Fresh Air Fund before? If so, what was your position? Did you participate in The Fresh Air Fund as a child (under 18)? If so, which programs did you participate in? Please provide details on how you heard about The Fresh Air Fund (name of person or organization that referred you, which website, etc). I consent to be contacted via SMS/Text for this job.
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Fresh Air Camps is seeking experienced leaders to serve as Program Directors at our six summer camps in the Hudson Valley, NY. Program Directors manage day-to-day operations of specific camper programs, supervise a staff of 10–15, and organize activities. Reporting to the Camp Director, this position offers leadership opportunities to support the success of the camp program. This position requires living onsite at camp from June 5 to August 16, 2025; semi-private adult housing provided. Compensation for this role is $3,300 to $3,800 for the summer. Fresh Air Camps has multiple Program Director positions to support the variety of programs offered. Directors are expected to attend up to 20 hours of pre-camp training sessions (virtual or in-person). Role Variants
Teen Program Director
— Lead the Teen Leadership Program (ages 13–17) at Camp ABC, Camp Tommy, or Camp Junior. Oversees the Teen Leadership Program, schedules and coordinates all program events, and ensures curriculum delivery in collaboration with the Program Director. Director of Specialists
— Lead the program experience by managing specialists and camp schedules; supervise staff, coordinate schedules, and assist with administrative operations. Ensure high-quality experiential education throughout encampment. CIT Director
— Mentor the next generation of camp leaders by guiding 6–12 Counselors-in-Training; plan and deliver the summer CIT schedule, facilitate daily training, supervise camper development, communicate with parents, oversee evaluations, and liaise with the Summer Director and leadership team. Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old by the start of camp (June 27). 3+ years of college or equivalent preferred; college graduates strongly preferred. Experience as a counselor or staff member in a residential camp setting. Commitment to live onsite at camp for the entire summer season (June 5 to August 16, 2025). Prior supervisory experience required. All meals and semi-private adult housing provided during camp. Compensation for this role is $3,300 to $3,800 for the summer. How to Apply
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews are held virtually by our Camp Directors. Discover Fresh Air Camps
Since 1877, Fresh Air Fund Camps have opened new doors for over 1.8 million children, offering transformative summer programs and year-round leadership opportunities. Our six residential camps are located in the Hudson Valley, offering a natural setting for exploration and growth. Each camp provides unique programming tailored to different age groups and interests, from outdoor adventure to arts and sciences, creating an enriching environment for both campers and staff. Learn more about Fresh Air Camps at the following link: freshair.org/learn-about-our-camps/ Diversity & Inclusion Statement
The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and fostering a diverse staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply. Will you be 18 years or older by June 27, 2025? Note that all staff must be at least 18 by the time camp begins. If you are 16 or 17, please visit our website for information about programs for 16 and 17-year-olds. Are you authorized to work lawfully in the United States? If hired, a Form I-9 must be completed at the start of employment. Do you require sponsorship to work in the United States? (now or in the future) Are you able to commit to living and working at camp for the full summer, from the first week of June to August 16? What excites you most about working at camp? To give us a snapshot of your background, describe your residential camp experience in a couple of sentences, highlighting any leadership roles or times you took on leadership responsibilities. Which Program Director roles are you interested in? Teen Program Director — Teen Leadership Program (ages 13–17) focused on personal development and future goals. Director of Specialists — Day-to-day programming, supervising specialist staff, coordinating schedules, and assisting with operations. CIT Director — Leads a group of 6–12 Counselors-in-Training, providing mentorship as they prepare for future roles on camp staff. Which Fresh Air Camp do you want to work at? Explore the six camps at freshair.org/learn-about-our-camps/ Have you been previously employed by The Fresh Air Fund before? If so, what was your position? Did you participate in The Fresh Air Fund as a child (under 18)? If so, which programs did you participate in? Please provide details on how you heard about The Fresh Air Fund (name of person or organization that referred you, which website, etc). I consent to be contacted via SMS/Text for this job.
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